December weather forecast
Winchendon, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Winchendon, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.2°F (1.2°C) and min 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) to an icy 34.2°F (1.2°C). Winchendon reports a consistent average low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) throughout December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Winchendon, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 143.2 rainfall days, and 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Winchendon are January through May, October through December. In Winchendon, in December, during 8.6 snowfall days, 5.31" (135mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Winchendon, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.7 days and aggregates up to 31.93" (811mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Winchendon, records 34.2°F (1.2°C), while the low-temperature is 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Winchendon, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Winchendon, in December, snow falls for 8.6 days, with typically accumulated 5.31" (135mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Winchendon, the average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Winchendon?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Winchendon have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Winchendon, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Winchendon, MA

Average temperature in December - Winchendon, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Winchendon, MA

Average pressure in December - Winchendon, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Winchendon, MA

Average wind speed in December - Winchendon, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Winchendon, MA

Average humidity in December - Winchendon, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Winchendon, MA

Average rainfall in December - Winchendon, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Winchendon, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Winchendon, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Winchendon, MA

Average snowfall in December - Winchendon, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Winchendon, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Winchendon, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Winchendon, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Winchendon, MA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Winchendon, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Winchendon, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Winchendon, MA

Average UV index in December - Winchendon, MA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Winchendon, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Winchendon, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Winchendon, MA

Average visibility in December - Winchendon, MA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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